Modular protection and security device

ABSTRACT

A modular protection and security device for protecting a boat within a slip having: a stationary bowed frame positioned over the boat slip; a plurality of stationary frame tracks mounted to a side of the stationary bowed frame; a plurality of upper track rollers mounted to the stationary bowed frame; a moveable bowed frame mounted to the upper track rollers and slidable over the stationary bowed frame; a plurality of moveable frame tracks, each moveable frame track mounted to a side of the moveable bowed frame; a plurality of lower track rollers mounted to the movable bowed frame positioned for rolling within in the stationary frame tracks; a first flexible sheath mounted to the stationary bowed frame and a second flexible sheath mounted to the moveable bowed frame, wherein the first flexible sheath is configured to fit between the moveable bowed frame and the stationary bowed frame.

FIELD

The present embodiment generally relates to a modular protection andsecurity device.

BACKGROUND

A need exists for an adjustable telescoping protection device thatprovides remote security monitoring for boats.

The present embodiments meet these needs.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

The detailed description will be better understood in conjunction withthe accompanying drawings as follows:

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a telescoped modular protection andsecurity device.

FIG. 2 is a detail of engagement of the modular protection and securitydevice with a dock.

FIG. 3 is an exploded view of a stationary bowed frame according to anembodiment.

FIG. 4 is a detailed side view of an embodiment of the stationary bowedframe.

FIG. 5 is a detail of a moveable bowed frame.

FIG. 6 depicts extensions for each bowed frame.

The present embodiments are detailed below with reference to the listedFigures.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE EMBODIMENTS

Before explaining the present apparatus in detail, it is to beunderstood that the apparatus is not limited to the particularembodiments and that it can be practiced or carried out in various ways.

Specific structural and functional details disclosed herein are not tobe interpreted as limiting, but merely as a basis of the claims and as arepresentative basis for teaching persons having ordinary skill in theart to variously employ the present invention.

The invention relates to a modular protection and security device forprotecting a boat within a slip.

The modular protection and security device has a stationary bowed framepositioned over the boat slip and a plurality of stationary frame tracksmounted to a side of the stationary bowed frame with a plurality ofupper track rollers mounted to the stationary bowed frame.

The modular protection and security device has a moveable bowed framemounted to the upper track rollers slidable over the stationary bowedframe.

A plurality of moveable frame tracks are used, one mounted to each portand starboard sides of the moveable bowed frame.

The invention has a plurality of lower track rollers mounted to themovable bowed frame positioned for rolling within in the stationaryframe tracks.

A first flexible sheath is mounted to the stationary bowed frame.

A second flexible sheath is mounted to the moveable bowed frame.

The first flexible sheath is configured to fit between the moveablebowed frame and the stationary bowed frame.

The modular protection and security device prevents drowning bymonitoring activity of children playing on a dock and provides anability to immediately act if a child falls into the water and doesn'tknow how to swim.

The modular protection and security device prevents harm to the boatbecause a camera with a motion detector is used on the bowed frame.

The modular protection and security device prevents injury by providingan automatic shut off for the motor if a person's appendage is trappedbetween the bowed frames.

The modular protection and security device provides a safer erectionprocess, as in embodiments, the components only use pins to engage, andno power tools which could cut off a hand or finger are needed.

The modular protection and security device protects the environment byproviding a modular construction which uses less materials that custombuilt boat and slip covers.

Turning now to the Figures, FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a telescopedmodular protection and security device.

The modular protection and security device 10 is depicted.

The modular protection and security device 10 is for protecting a boat12 within a boat slip 14 having a dock 16 on at least one side of theboat slip.

FIG. 1 shows a first flexible sheath 60 with a first internal tubing 62(shown in FIG. 4) extending through the first flexible sheath from oneend to the other end, the first flexible sheath 60 mounted to thestationary bowed frame 30, the first flexible sheath 60 having a lengthfrom end to end that is shorter than a length of the boat.

FIG. 1 shows a second flexible sheath 70 with a second internal tubing72 extending through the second flexible sheath 70 from one end to theother end, the second flexible sheath 70 mounted to the moveable bowedframe 40 and wherein the first flexible sheath 60 is configured to fitbetween the moveable bowed frame and the stationary bowed frame.

A message area 99 is shown installed on the second flexible sheath 70providing safety signage.

A wireless camera 105 connected to a power supply and further connectedto a global communication network 107 can be mounted to one end of thestationary bowed frame.

FIG. 1 shows a remote control 130 connected to a global communicationnetwork 107, such as the internet, for actuating the motor 120 from aremote location.

FIG. 2 is a detail of engagement of the modular protection and securitydevice with a dock 16.

FIG. 2 depicts a plurality of removable fasteners 20 a-b shown as clampsin this figure. Each removable fastener is for securing to a portion ofa dock 16;

A plurality of tensioners 170 a and 170 b are shown.

FIG. 3 is an exploded view of a stationary bowed frame according to anembodiment.

The stationary bowed frame 30 is depicted with a plurality of stationarylegs 31 a-h and a plurality of stationary arched roof members 32 a-d,with each stationary arched roof member connected to each stationaryleg, and a plurality of stationary crossbeams 33 a-d mounted betweenpairs of stationary legs.

A motor 120 with worm gear is depicted mounted to the stationary bowedframe 30 for extending and retracting the moveable bowed frame along thestationary frame track. The motor is connected to a power supply 124.

FIG. 4 is a detailed side view of an embodiment of the stationary bowedframe 30.

FIG. 4 shows one of a plurality of stationary frame tracks 34 a. Eachstationary frame track mounted to a side of the stationary bowed frame.

FIG. 4 shows one of a plurality of upper track rollers 36 a mounted tothe stationary bowed frame 30.

A first internal tubing 62 of a first flexible sheath 60 is depicted.

FIG. 4 shows two of the tensioners 170 b and 170 c.

FIG. 4 shows a plurality of stationary cantilever anchor arms 150 a.Each stationary cantilever anchor arm connected between a pair ofstationary legs.

FIG. 4 shows one of a plurality of hinged tensioners 90 c connectedbetween a pair of stationary arched roof members 32. The hingedtensioner providing a load to the first flexible sheath.

FIG. 5 is a detail of a moveable bowed frame 40.

FIG. 5 shows one of a plurality of lower track rollers 44 b mounted tothe movable bowed frame 40 positioned for rolling within in thestationary frame tracks.

The moveable bowed frame has a plurality of arched roof members 46 a-d,and a plurality of moveable bowed frame crossbeams 47 a-f mountedbetween pairs of arched roof members.

An extendable parking leg 48 is mounted to an arched roof member 46 bfor fixing the moveable bowed frame to the dock 16.

FIG. 5 shows one of the plurality of hinged tensioners 90 a usable inthe invention.

FIG. 5 also shows a plurality of moveable bowed frame tensioners 172 a-dthat can be used in the invention.

FIG. 6 depicts and assembled version of the modular protection andsecurity device with height and width extensions for each bowed frame 50a-d.

In an embodiment, stationary bowed frame 30 has a plurality ofstationary legs 31 a-d and a plurality of stationary arched roof members32, with each stationary arched roof member connected to each stationaryleg, and a plurality of stationary crossbeams 33 mounted between pairsof stationary legs.

In an embodiment, the moveable bowed frame has a plurality of archedroof members 46 a-d, and a plurality of moveable bowed frame crossbeams47 a-f mounted between pairs of arched roof members.

In an embodiment, a parking leg 48 is mounted to an arched roof member46 b for fixing the moveable bowed frame to the dock 16.

A wireless camera 105 connected to a power supply and further connectedto a global communication network 107 can be mounted to one end of thestationary bowed frame.

In an embodiment, a plurality of extensions 50 a-f can be used forincreasing on each stationary bowed frame and each moveable bowed frame,at least one of: a height and a width.

In embodiments, the invention can include a motor 120 with worm gearmounted to the stationary bowed frame 30 for extending and retractingthe moveable bowed frame along the stationary frame track, the motorconnected to a power supply 124.

In embodiments, the invention can include a remote control 130 connectedto a global communication network 107, such as the internet, foractuating the motor 120 from a remote location.

In an embodiment, the invention can include a plurality of stationarycantilever anchor arms 150 a, each stationary cantilever anchor armconnected between a pair of stationary legs.

In embodiments, a message area 99 can be installed on the secondflexible sheath providing safety signage, such as “no wake zone toprotect children”.

In embodiments, a plurality of tensioners 170 a-c can be used.

Each tensioner can be mounted to one of the plurality of stationary legs31 where the stationary leg meets the stationary arched roof member 32.Each tensioner can be configured for providing a load to the firstinternal tubing 62 of the first flexible sheath.

In embodiments, a plurality of moveable bowed frame tensioners 172 a-dcan be used. Each moveable bowed frame tensioner can be mounted to oneof the arched roof members. Each moveable bowed frame tensioner can beconfigured for providing a load to the second internal tubing 72 of thesecond flexible sheath.

Embodiments contemplate that a plurality of hinged tensioners 90 a-b canbe used. A first and a second hinged tensioner can be connected betweenouter sections of a pair of arched roof members 46. A third and a fourthhinged tensioner 90 c-d can be connected between outer sections of apair of stationary arched roof members 32, with the third and fourthtensioner providing a load to the first flexible sheath.

In an embodiment, the modular protection and security device moves from15 feet in length to 25 feet in length.

In an embodiment, the modular protection and security device has anadjustable height from 7 feet to 10 feet.

In an embodiment, the modular protection and security device 10 has anadjustable width from 10 feet to 14 feet.

In an embodiment, the removable fasteners are a pair of clamps thatfasten to at least one of: a side of a board and a dock.

In embodiments, extensions of the bowed frames can be 1 foot in length,2 feet in length, 3 feet in length for the extensions used for height.All extensions for height would have an identical length.

In embodiments, for widths, the extensions to the bowed frame can be 1foot, 2 feet and 4 feet in length to variably adjust the width of thedevice over the boat slip. All width extensions would be identical inlength.

The following is an Example of the invention.

A modular protection and security device with a telescoped or extendedlength of 24 feet and a width of 10 feet is installed for protecting aFour Winns™ H-220 boat within a 22 foot overall length boat slip.

For this exemplary modular protection and security device, eight (8)removable fasteners secure the modular protection and security device toboth starboard and port sides of a dock forming a boat slip for the FourWinns™.

A stationary bowed frame that is an integrally connected together iscrafted from 6063 T-52 grade aluminum square tubing is first installedto the removable fasteners.

Eight (8) stationary legs are used, one for each removable fastener.Each stationary leg is 10.5 inches in length.

Three (3) stationary arched roof members engage the stationary legs ofthe stationary bowed frame of this example. Each arched roof member canhave a length of 22 feet.

Five (5) stationary crossbeams per side are mounted between pairs ofstationary legs. Each stationary crossbeam can be 4 feet 10 inches inheight.

Two stationary frame tracks are used, with each stationary frame trackmounted to a side of the stationary bowed frame. Each stationary frametrack can be C shaped, allowing rollers to roll freely in the frametrack.

One upper track roller is mounted in each stationary frame track. Eachupper track roller is made from nylon to reduce static charge buildup.Each stationary frame track can be coated to enhance cathodic protectionof the device. Each upper track roller can be 4 inches in diameter.

A moveable bowed frame 15 feet long and 6 feet wide is mounted to theupper track rollers. The moveable bowed frame is slidable over thestationary bowed frame by rolling in the stationary frame tracks.

Four arched roof members form the moveable bowed frame.

Twelve (12) moveable bowed frame crossbeams can be mounted between pairsof arched roof members. Each arched roof member can be 23 feet long andmade from continuous channel aluminum. Each moveable bowed framecrossbeam can be 4 feet 10 inches long and made from channel aluminumfor both strength and light weight.

Two moveable frame tracks are used. Each moveable frame track is mountedto a side of the moveable bowed frame, such as on an upper crossbeam ofthe moveable bowed frame. Each moveable frame track can be 10 feet long.

Four lower track rollers can be used. Each lower track roller mounted tothe movable bowed frame positioned for rolling within in the stationaryframe tracks.

A first flexible sheath, made from 18 ounce ballistic material isinstalled over the stationary bowed frame.

The first flexible sheath has a first internal tubing is installed oneach end of the first flexible sheath that extends through the firstflexible sheath from one end to the other end.

The first flexible sheath has a length from end to end that is shorterthan a length of the Four Winns™ boat.

A second flexible sheath 70 can be made from the same material as thefirst flexible sheath or a different material, such as a heavywaterproof material.

The second flexible sheath can have eyelets formed on the edges of thesecond flexible sheath which enable the second flexible sheath to bedirectly wired to the moveable bowed frame.

The second flexible sheath has a second internal tubing extendingthrough the second flexible sheath from one end to the other end.

The second flexible sheath mounted to the moveable bowed frame isconfigured to fit on top of the moveable bowed frame, wherein the firstflexible sheath is configured to fit between the moveable bowed frameand the stationary bowed frame.

The second moveable frame with second flexible sheath telescopes fromthe first moveable frame with first flexible sheath for a versatile andflexible boat slip cover.

While these embodiments have been described with emphasis on theembodiments, it should be understood that within the scope of theappended claims, the embodiments might be practiced other than asspecifically described herein.

What is claimed is:
 1. A modular protection and security device 10 forprotecting a boat 12 within a boat slip 14 comprising: a. a plurality ofremovable fasteners 20 ab, each removable fastener for securing to aportion of a dock 16; b. a stationary bowed frame 30 configured to bepositioned over the boat slip 14 and secured to the plurality ofremovable fasteners; c. a plurality of stationary frame tracks 34 a-b,each stationary frame track mounted to a side of the stationary bowedframe; d. a plurality of upper track rollers 36 a mounted to thestationary bowed frame 30; e. a moveable bowed frame 40 mounted to theupper track rollers and slidable over the stationary bowed frame 30; f.a plurality of moveable frame tracks 42 a, each moveable frame trackmounted to a side of the moveable bowed frame; g. a plurality of lowertrack rollers 44 a-b mounted to the movable bowed frame 40 positionedfor rolling within in the stationary frame tracks; h. a first flexiblesheath 60 with a first internal tubing 62 extending through the firstflexible sheath from one end to the other end, the first flexible sheathmounted to the stationary bowed frame 30, the first flexible sheathhaving a length from end to end that is shorter than a length of theboat; and i. a second flexible sheath 70 with a second internal tubing72 extending through the second flexible sheath from one end to theother end, the second flexible sheath mounted to the moveable bowedframe 40 and wherein the first flexible sheath is configured to fitbetween the moveable bowed frame and the stationary bowed frame.
 2. Themodular protection and security device of claim 1, wherein thestationary bowed frame 30 comprises a plurality of stationary legs 31a-d and a plurality of stationary arched roof members 32, with eachstationary arched roof member connected to each stationary leg, and aplurality of stationary crossbeams 33 mounted between pairs ofstationary legs.
 3. The modular protection and security device of claim2, wherein the moveable bowed frame comprises a plurality of arched roofmembers 46 a-d, and a plurality of moveable bowed frame crossbeams 47a-f mounted between pairs of arched roof members.
 4. The modularprotection and security device of claim 3, comprising a parking leg 48mounted to an arched roof member 46 b for fixing the moveable bowedframe to the dock
 16. 5. The modular protection and security device ofclaim 1, comprising a wireless camera 105 connected to a power supplyconnected to a network 107 mounted to one end of the stationary bowedframe.
 6. The modular protection and security device of claim 1,comprising a plurality of extensions 50 abcdef for increasing for eachstationary bowed frame and each moveable bowed frame at least one of aheight and a width.
 7. The modular protection and security device ofclaim 1, comprising a motor with worm gear 120 mounted to the stationarybowed frame 30 for extending and retracting the moveable bowed framealong the stationary frame track, the motor connected to a power supply124.
 8. The modular protection and security device of claim 7,comprising a remote control 130 connected to a network 107 for actuatingthe motor 120 from a remote location.
 9. The modular protection andsecurity device of claim 2 comprising a plurality of stationarycantilever anchor arms 150 a, each stationary cantilever anchor armconnected between a pair of stationary legs.
 10. The modular protectionand security device of claim 1 comprising a message area 99 on thesecond flexible sheath.
 11. The modular protection and security deviceof claim 3, comprising a plurality of tensioners 170 abc, each tensionermounted to one of the plurality of stationary legs 31 where thestationary leg meets the stationary arched roof member 32 configured forproviding a load to the first internal tubing 62 of the first flexiblesheath.
 12. The modular protection and security device of claim 3,comprising a plurality of moveable bowed frame tensioners 172 a-d, eachof moveable bowed frame tensioner mounted to one of the arched roofmembers each moveable bowed frame tensioner configured for providing aload to the second internal tubing 72 of the second flexible sheath. 13.The modular protection and security device of claim 3, comprising aplurality of hinged tensioners 90 a-b, with a first and second hingedtensioner connected between outer sections of a pair of arched roofmembers 46, a third and fourth hinged tensioner 90 c-d connected betweenouter sections of a pair of stationary arched roof members 32, with thethird and fourth tensioner providing a load to the first flexiblesheath.